USMLE provides an outline of the USMLE Step 1 Content. The outline breaks down the exam into systems.  This page will review the female and transgender reproductive system & breast section of the USMLE Step 1 outline as it relates to pharmacology.

Female and Transgender Reproductive System & Breast

Here is a look at a summary of USMLE outline for the female and transgender reproductive system & breast section with a focus on pharmacology related topics.

Breast
  • Mastitis
Female Reproductive System
  • Bacterial vaginosis
  • Candidiasis of the vulva or vagina
  • Sexually transmitted infections and exposure
  • Cervicitis and endocervicitis
  • Genital herpes
  • Gonorrhea
  • Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome
  • Syphilis
  • Urethritis
  • Vaginitis
  • Vulvovaginitis
Fertility and Infertility
  • Assisted reproductive techniques
  • Contraception
    • Oral contraceptives
    • IUD
    • Vaginal cap
    • Cervical sponge
    • Diaphragm
    • Implants
    • Morning-after pill
    • Male/Female condoms
  • Infertility
Menopause
  • Perimenopausal menorrhagia
  • Vasomotor symptoms
  • Postmenopausal atrophic vaginitis
Menstrual and Endocrine Disorders
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Dysmenorrhea
  • Hirsutism
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome
  • Premenstrual syndrome
Adverse Effects of Drugs on the Female Reproductive System and Breast
  • Antihistamines
  • H2-receptor blockers
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Beta-adrenergic blockers
  • Hormone replacement
  • Opioids
  • Spironolactone
  • SSRIs
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

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